Website Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ)
Tasks
- plant physiological based experiments in climate chambers and greenhouses
- mathematical modelling of crop physiological processes, preferably in Matlab
- systems design of decision support and control strategies
- writing scientific publications for high impact journals and as part of a PhD thesis
- supervision of bachelor’s and master’s students
- presentation of results to international scientific audience
We are looking for candidates with
- a master degree within greenhouse horticulture, plant physiology and modelling or a related field
- fable for technology in greenhouse and/or indoor-farming
- proficiency or interest in using computer programming to develop plant models and data processing
- English language communication skills
- interest in modelling with Matlab, R or a related programming environment
- open to travel for various short term and/or long term stays in Wageningen (NL)
- open, flexible and positive person, able to take the initiative
- readiness to integrate into an international working environment
The employment will be initially for four years, starting at the earliest from November 2024. The salary will be based on qualification and research experience according to the wage agreement TV-L, up to pay scale 13, 65% of the regular working time. The PhD student will be enrolled in the scientific programme at Wageningen University, Horticultural Physiology Group.
To apply for this job please visit igzev.de.